Over a third of people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime.

In 2016 alone there were an estimated 15.5 million cancer survivors in the United States (NIH National Cancer Institute).

The impacts of cancer extend beyond the patient.

Around 7% of the general population are family caregivers for a loved one with cancer (American Cancer Society). With a population of 328.2 million people, that's roughly 23 million people in the United States that are supporting their loved ones on their cancer journey (2019 US Census Bureau).

Battling cancer is not easy.

86% of patients report experiencing at least one side effect during chemotherapy treatment (Public Library of Science).

Acute radiation-related fatigue was reported in 80% of patients, and 30% of patients experienced the fatigue chronically (American Family Physician).

Image taken from Christina Chung, NPR.

Cancer support groups have been shown to lead to less depression, less anxiety, and better overall adjustment (Cancer 1986).

Image taken from UW Health

Addressing cancer is more than just treatments or finding a cure.

It involves the whole person experience, including physical and psycho-social side effects. Students Take On Cancer is focused on addressing these needs.